On Water Street there are a number of artists who have studios on upper floors of the
buildings. The studios are not open to
the public, therefore the specific addresses are not given, but the work of
these artists can be seen in Central Maine galleries and businesses.
Nancy Jacob and Jane Burke are two contemporary artists with loft studios on Water Street. Nancy is a photographer, painter, writer, and performance
artists, who was recently listed by the Maine Commission
for the Arts on the –Maine Artist Roster."* Her performance persona, –Miss
Liberty," appears in celebrations across the state. Nancy's work can be seen in area
exhibits, most recently at Railroad Square Gallery in Waterville. Jane
is a sculptor, decorative artist, and singer / songwriter. She has created decorative interiors all over
the country. In Augusta, her work can be seen at
the Senator Inn Health Spa. –Jane Loves Maine - Pop Tart," her recently
released CD, features her latest songs.
The Kennebec Valley Art Association, based in Hallowell, is the area art
society.
*–The Maine Artist Roster is
a juried listing of artists available for a variety of public
activities including performances, visual arts exhibits, lecture-demonstrations,
readings, workshops, and residencies in schools, communities,
and businesses. It also serves as a major resource for the Artist
in Communities and New England States Touring Program.
Artists in any discipline may apply each year. Applications are reviewed by a multi-disciplinary
jury chosen to assure expertise in artist disciplines." (http://www.mainearts.com/resources/indiv_artists.htm#Maine
Artist Roster_4_19_01.)
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